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One Skillet Chicken Couscous

May 8, 2016 by Dinner Tonight

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One Skillet Chicken Couscous a recipe by Dinner Tonight
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Ingredients
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 1/2 cups cooked chicken breast chopped
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • 1 1/4 cups chicken broth unsalted, reduced fat
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 teaspoons dried basil
  • 1 5.9 ounce package couscous dry
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  1. Toast pecans and 1 tablespoon of oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes. Remove and set aside.
  2. Add remaining oil and garlic to pan and saute for 1 minute.
  3. Add chicken, spinach, chicken broth, pepper and basil.
  4. Bring to a boil and stir in couscous.
  5. Remove from heat; cover and let stand for 6-10 minutes or until broth is absorbed.
  6. Stir in mixture adding in the pecans and cheese.
  7. Serve immediately.
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Chinese Chicken

April 27, 2016 by Dinner Tonight


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4 30 minutes
Cook Time
15 minutes
Servings Prep Time
4 30 minutes
Cook Time
15 minutes
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Cook Time
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Servings Prep Time
4 30 minutes
Cook Time
15 minutes
Ingredients
  • 1 Tbsp canola oil
  • 1 Tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 1/2 chicken breasts cooked and cubed
  • 1 cup chicken broth (reduced sodium)
  • 5 green onions with tops sliced
  • 1 Tbsp soy sauce (reduced sodium)
  • 4 stalks celery sliced
  • 1 can (8 oz.) water chestnuts drained and sliced
  • 3 carrots thinly sliced
  • 4 cups cabbage shredded
  • 2 Tbsp. sliced almonds
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  1. Heat oil in electric skillet. Add chicken, green onions, celery, carrots and cabbage. Cook on medium high 3 to 4 minutes.
  2. Dissolve cornstarch in broth and add to chicken and vegetables.
  3. Sprinkle with soy sauce and stir.
  4. Add water chestnuts and sliced almonds and heat through.
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Slow Cooker Herb Turkey Breast

November 16, 2015 by Dinner Tonight

Already in the mood for Thanksgiving Turkey? Check out this Slow Cooker Herbed Turkey Breast recipe and get a jump start on all things turkey!Two slices of our Slow Cooker Herbed Turkey Breast recipe plated with napkin.

Two slices of our Slow Cooker Herbed Turkey Breast recipe plated with napkin.
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Two slices of our Slow Cooker Herbed Turkey Breast recipe plated with napkin.
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Ingredients
  • 1 white onion chopped, divided
  • 2 cups parsley leaves chopped
  • 5 teaspoons rosemary fresh
  • 2 teaspoons thyme fresh
  • 5 pound Turkey Breast or turkey roast
  • 1 cup chicken broth low fat, low sodium
  • 1 cup water
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  1. Place chopped onion and parsley in the bottom of the slow cooker. Then place rosemary and thyme on top.
  2. Place turkey on top of onion and herbs.
  3. Pour 1 cup chicken broth and 1 cup water over turkey, onion, and herbs.
  4. Cook for 6-8 hours on low.
  5. Slice and enjoy with a delicious side.
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Hearty Two Bean Minestrone Soup

July 22, 2015 by Dinner Tonight

The perfect soup to add a fresh salad and whole grain bread sticks to! So zesty and delicious, a family favorite, enjoy.


Hearty Two Bean Minestrone Soup
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Hearty Two Bean Minestrone Soup
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Servings
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6
Ingredients
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic finely chopped
  • 4 tbsp unsalted tomato sauce
  • 1/4 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1/2 cup uncooked, whole wheat, small shell shaped pasta
  • 2 (14.5 ounce) cans chicken broth reduced fat and reduced sodium
  • 1 (15.5 ounce) can red kidney beans reduced sodium, drained and rinsed
  • 1 (15.5 ounce) can garbanzo beans reduced sodium, drained and rinsed
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can Italian style stewed tomatoes unsalted, undrained
  • 2 cups chopped kale
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese for garnish
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  1. In a medium saucepan, heat oil over medium high heat until hot.
  2. Cook and stir onion and garlic 3 to 5 minutes or until onion is translucent.
  3. Add broth, beans, tomatoes, kale, or swiss chard (if desired), pasta and seasonings; bring to a boil.
  4. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 10 to 12 minutes or until pasta is tender.
  5. Serve with Parmesan cheese.
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Southwest Turkey Bake

November 18, 2011 by Dinner Tonight

This easy turkey casserole is a perfect weeknight meal when you’re looking for some spice in your life! The southwest flavors will keep you coming back for seconds!

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Ingredients
  • 1 pound extra lean ground turkey
  • 1 - 15 ounce can low sodium black beans rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup salsa
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground red chili pepper
  • 1 - 8.5 ounce package corn muffin mix
  • 3/4 cup chicken broth 99% fat free
  • 1 egg
  • 3/4 cup shredded Mexican blend cheese reduced fat
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  1. Preheat oven to 400° F.
  2. Brown ground turkey in skillet until no longer pink.
  3. Add black beans, salsa, cumin, and red pepper; simmer 2 minutes.
  4. Layer turkey mixture on bottom of 13×9 inch baking dish.
  5. In a medium bowl combine corn muffin mix, broth, and egg; stir well to combine.
  6. Spread corn mixture over turkey to cover.
  7. Sprinkle evenly with cheese.
  8. Bake 15 minutes or until edges are lightly browned.
  9. Cut into 8 squares and serve.
Recipe Notes

Southwest Turkey Bake Nutrition Facts Serving size (208g) servings per container 8 Amount per serving Calories 290 % Daily Value Total Fat 5 g 6 % Saturated Fat 2 g 10 % Trans Fat 0 g Cholesterol 70 mg 23 % Sodium 490 mg 21 % Total Carbohydrate 33 g 12 % Dietary Fiber 4 g 14 % Total Sugars 6 g Added Sugars 0 g 0 % Protein 27 g Vitamin D 0 mcg 0 % Calcium 158 mg 10 % Iron 3 mg 15 % Potassium 488 mg 10 %

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